Thai Senator Urges Government to Revoke Special Zone Status for Sadao District Amid Terrorism Concerns
A Thai senator has called on the government to revoke the special zone designation for Sadao District in Songkhla Province, citing concerns that the move could facilitate the expansion of terrorist activities and negatively impact community safety.
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